Director - Animal Welfare Program IACUC
Director - Animal Welfare Program IACUC
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Wake Forest University School of Medicine (WFUSM) headquartered in WinstonSalem NC is part of Wake Forest University (WFU) a private nonsectarian university founded in 1834. WFUSM serves as the academic core of Advocate Health and is recognized as one of the top research medical schools in the nation. WFUSM has over $400M in annual extramural funding that drives a cuttingedge Academic Learning Health System by integrating innovative research with excellent patient care across our enterprise.
Advocate Health is the thirdlargest nonprofit integrated health system in the nation and is recognized for its expertise in cardiology neurosciences oncology pediatrics and rehabilitation as well as organ transplants burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs nearly 162000 team members across 69 hospitals and 1167 care locations with more than 35000 physicians and nearly 42000 nurses. An important mission of WFUSM as the academic core of Advocate Health is to create the bestinclass research to promote and support a rapidly growing Academic Learning Health System (aLHS). Our highly integrated academic and clinical environment is deeply committed to improving health elevating hope and advancing healing for all.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Director ensures the effective operation of the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) office and the efficient and compliant functioning of the Animal Welfare Program at Wake Forest University School of Medicine. This role requires close collaboration with the IACUC Chairs Vice Chairs the Attending Veterinarian and Institutional Official to facilitate the smooth functioning of review approval and oversight activities. The Director oversees internal inspections of vivaria and laboratories and takes part in site visits from external oversight agencies such as the USDA NIH DOD and AAALAC. Responsibilities include preparing for these visits responding to inquiries and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations state statutes and institutional policies and procedures governing animal research. The Director will oversee protocols covering a diverse range of animal species.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
REPORTS TO: Associate Vice President and Assistant Dean Research Oversight and Support / IO for Animal Research
LICENSURE CERTIFICATION and/or REGISTRATION: Certified Professional in IACUC Administration (CPIA) preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintains awareness of regulations and changes in existing regulations related to animal research and interprets these requirements to ensure compliant operations.
- Develops and implements policies and procedures that comply with all federal state and local requirements related to animal research in conjunction with the IACUC Chairs Institutional Official and Attending Veterinarian.
- Ensures communication among stakeholders: Faculty IACUC Conflict of Interest Office Office of Sponsored Programs and the Animal Resources Program (ARP).
- Evaluates IACUC organizational functions and structures to determine the best allocation and utilization of resources.
- Provides training and support to researchers ensuring they understand and comply with IACUC protocols and procedures.
- Works closely with veterinarians researchers and other stakeholders to ensure the welfare of all animals.
- Communicates effectively about sensitive topics including animal welfare and compliance with regulations.
- Provides key input regarding security outreach and communication about the animal care and use program.
- Seeks to establish a regional and national reputation for excellence.
- Oversees the maintenance of accurate records of all IACUC activities including protocol reviews inspections and training sessions.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of direct animal welfare or IACUC leadership experience. Supervisory experience required.
- Expert knowledge and experience with the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) process including an appreciation of the ethical implications of animal research and an intimate understanding of governmental regulations pertaining to animal care and use.
- Strong planning problemsolving and change management skills.
- Demonstrated skill in personal diplomacy with ability to handle sensitive communications with leadership researchers management legal counsel and regulatory agencies.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Office environment with occasional travel to research sites and facilities.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
